Ananda

One of the most famous spas in India, and for good reason too, Ananda has something of a legendary reputation. Set in the Himalayan foothills and surrounded by lush forests, this serene resort exudes positive energy, making it the perfect place to come for a wellness retreat and some holistic healing.

Ayurveda is the speciality here, although Ananda is also famed for its yoga, Vedanta, and detox offerings too; you can expect your mind, body, and spirit to all feel nurtured by the extensive range of treatments and activities on offer here The spa itself is sure to impress, a beautiful and expansive wellness centre that features 24 treatment rooms, hydrotherapy pools and more all geared at offering you most rejuvenating and pleasant experience possible, as well as a state-of-the-art gym to ensure guests can get their fitness fill too, if the many different classes and fitness sessions haven’t done the trick.

Everything at Ananda has been designed with the aim of encouraging your wellness in mind; the restaurant serves Ayurvedic cuisine to ensure you’re nourished from within, the accommodation with its understated luxury promises a restful night’s sleep – everything blends perfectly to ensure that by the end of your retreat you feel healthy and renewed with an improved sense of wellbeing.

Deluxe Rooms

Understated yet luxurious rooms; they feature views of the valley or of the Palace and opens onto large balconies.

Garden Suite

These suites face either the Valley or the Maharaja’s palace and come with secluded private gardens situated to overlook the valley.

The Ananda Suite

Overlooking the valley, the 3-bay Ananda Suite spells luxury and enchantment with a large private garden, which is perfect for intimate dinners and leisurely breakfasts.

The Viceregal Suite

This suite takes you back into India’s regal past, with antique fittings and furniture, its own private terrace and a roof top Jacuzzi overlooking the sloping landscaped gardens and the distant Ganga Valley.

Villas

The spacious and elegant villas are ideal for a quiet retreat into a tranquil environment, with views of the swimming pool and lavish furnishings.

The 24,000 square foot spa offers an extensive menu of over 80 body and beauty treatments, integrating the traditional Indian systems of Ayurveda with the more contemporary Western spa approach. The spa experience strives to achieve the ultimate harmony between the physical and the mental realms of the individual.

With unique focus on the traditional Indian sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda; Ananda Spa creates the skillful synthesis between age-old therapies and modern spa technology. The personalized therapy and activities programme are designed to meet individual needs and health goals; de-stress, detoxification and cleansing, deep relaxation, anti-ageing, weight & inch loss, while also offering guidance in the areas of nutrition and exercise.

24 treatment rooms with specialized areas for Ayurveda, Oriental and European systems of holistic health, a team of qualified nutritionists, Western & Ayurvedic physicians, spa therapists with knowledge of ancient Indian sciences and modern western treatments all gently guide you towards a better lifestyle.

Ananda Spa also offers a temperature controlled outdoor lap pool and a state of the art 16-station life-cycle gymnasium.

Ayurvedic cuisine with a primary focus on vegetarian dishes. Tailor-made eating plans offer options for guests with wheat or lactose intolerances, while Indian, European and Asian menus are also available. Locally grown vegetables are used as far as possible. Meals are served in the main restaurant overlooking the valley, on an outdoor deck, in the palace tea lounge and by the pool.

The Restaurant

The Restaurant features the finest of Ayurvedic, Asian and Western cuisine based on the values of traditional cooking.

Make the most of the stunning surroundings and go hiking in the hills, try morning yoga (there are 5 indoor and outdoor spaces) or go swimming. Guests can also try river rafting, use the gym, play squash, go swimming or play golf on the 6-hole course.

Located on a mountain ridge in the foothills of the Himalayas, Ananda lies close to the ancient cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh. Surrounded by forest, overlooking the Ganges, the resort lies in the grounds of the Estate of the Viceregal Palace, owned by the Maharaja of Tehri Garhwal. Apart from the lavish Viceregal suite, 73 rooms and suites are housed in a low-rise modern block a short walk from the palace.

Located just 260 kilometers north of New Delhi, Ananda is easily accessible by road, rail and air.

From Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun it’s only an hours’ picturesque drive to Ananda in the Himalayas.

Sign up for a tailor-made programme, which starts with a consultation with a resident doctor who then sets about creating your bespoke stay

Special Offers

Repeat Guest Offer

- Book any wellness programme and receive a 10% discount

Programmes

Renowned for its Ayurveda offering, expect to find plenty of Ayurvedic treatments featured in Ananda's varied retreats. From yoga to detox, the retreats at Ananda are designed to ensure you are nurtured in mind, body, and spirit, and leave the resort feeling entirely rejuvenated.

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Ananda Stress Management

Ananda | India

7 nights

It is a well-known fact that anxiety and stress can have harmful effects on both the mind and body. With this in mind, Ananda have created their stress-management programme which uses a range of holistic therapies to resolve the causes of your stress and help you to unwind.
The Ananda Stress Man…

Ananda Active Programme

Ananda | India

7 nights

The Ananda Active programme has been designed for those who want to up their activity levels with some gentle exercise in the stunning location of the Himalayan foothills. Complimented by spa treatments that aim to pamper and renew, this retreat strikes the perfect balance of relaxation and gentle …

Ananda Renew Programme

Ananda | India

7 nights

Ananda’s Renew programme is an effective way to revive and rejuvenate the body and mind. Using holistic anti-ageing processes, this retreat is perfect if you’re feeling as though life is taking its toll and you need some time to get back to you. Using a range of different natural therap…

Ananda Yoga Retreat

Ananda | India

7 or 14 nights

India is the home of yoga – and Ananda’s location in the heavenly Himalaya’s offers the ideal base to improve your practice. Rediscover yourself through the ancient discipline, which encompasses all aspects of life in order to balance the mind, body and spirit. Ananda Yoga enhance…

Ananda Yogic Detox Retreat

Ananda | India

7, 14 or 21 nights

A unique programme that combines yoga and Ayurvedic treatments for an ultra-effective detox, this retreat is ideal for those who have had some familiarity with Ayurveda or detox in the past. Receive the ultimate cleanse, with not only your mind but your body and spirit feeling the benefits of the v…